I was happy overall with these three. They look good, and I like that the body types on the three figures vary--Dr. Light is slender and slim-hipped, Supergirl is still slim but has more curves, while Huntress (arguably the most athletic of the trio) is the most muscular, with broader shoulders, and looks as if one of her kicks would hurt quite a bit. (Supergirl, being Kryptonian, can sit around all day watching TV and still be perfectly capable of kicking butt--she's strong regardless of how she is built.)
The facial detail is also very good, and as far as I can tell the costumes are faithful as well. Supergirl's red headband certainly dates her, but that's what she was wearing back then.
All three can sit comfortably, have good arm motion, and can turn their heads at least somewhat. None turn at the waist. All have wrist motion (in fact, Huntress' wrists move so well that her right hand tends to come off and is currently MIA), and Dr. Light can also turn her ankles (completely around, as it happens, something that definitely did not escape the notice of the kids). And Supergirl also has fairly good hip movement, can do some good side and back kicks (presumably this was possible because her hip joints are hidden by her skirt, because the effect isn't particularly attractive).
All can stand, but tend to topple over easily. Dr. Light in particular has a peculiar posture, although that might be blamed on her ridiculously high heels, I'm guessing they'd be about 5 inches. (Huntress' heels would probably be about 2 inches. Supergirl wears flats.)
It seems to be a difficult balance with these figures, between being playable (articulated) and visually accurate. Huntress and Dr. Light go for the latter. Supergirl tries to be both and doesn't quite make it. As toys go they're decent if unexceptional.
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